But so far, leaders in the House and Senate have not endorsed the idea.

House Speaker Will Weatherford and Senate President Don Gaetz both say they would like to reward teachers, but they're talking about giving raises based on performance.

Gaetz said the best way to promote effective teaching is to reward it.

"My preference would be that there'd be some recognition and reward for teachers who come early, stay late, take on tough challenges and get learning gains as opposed to treating the best teacher in Florida the same as you would treat the worst teacher in Florida. We don't give everybody in school a C. There are A's, B's, C's, D's and F's."

Gaetz also raises the question of whether Florida will have enough money for teacher raises. He said the uncertainty over the sequester budget cuts in Washington could affect the state's budget outlook.